Red Sox to put Curtis Mead on IL as test shows broken wrist
The Boston Red Sox have suffered a major blow to their roster following the news that newly acquired infielder Curtis Mead will head to the injured list. Tests confirmed a broken left wrist for Mead, an injury sustained during his team debut on Monday night.
Mead was hit by a pitch from Athletics starter Jack Perkins during the fourth inning of the game in California. Initial X-rays were negative, leading the team to believe he had avoided a serious setback. However, follow-up testing on Tuesday revealed the fracture. Mead expressed disbelief regarding the timing of the injury as he prepares to meet with a hand specialist on Wednesday to determine the next steps for his recovery.
This injury complicates matters for the Red Sox, who recently traded prospect Connelly Early to the Washington Nationals to acquire Mead. The team was looking to add offensive firepower to their lineup as the trade deadline approaches, and losing a key acquisition immediately is a significant setback for the organization. The club is expected to recall Nick Sogard from Triple-A Worcester to fill the roster spot.
Mead, who is hitting .253 with 17 home runs and 48 RBIs this season, will now face an indefinite recovery timeline. Further details regarding potential surgery and his expected return date remain pending until his evaluation with a specialist is complete.